GCAA CBTA  ·  Initial

Handling and Storage of Cargo or Mail

GCAA FIT 4.1.EIATA CBTA 7.42 days
Handling and Storage of Cargo or Mail training at DGR Aviation, Dubai

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Course overview

The FIT 4.1.E Course is designed for personnel responsible for handling and storing cargo or mail in a warehouse, loading and unloading Unit Load Devices (ULDs), and loading or unloading aircraft cargo compartments.

It is also applicable to personnel performing quality-control or compliance-monitoring activities and certain Dangerous Goods Post Holder functions.

The course provides the knowledge and practical skills required to handle dangerous goods safely and in accordance with applicable GCAA requirements and the latest IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations.

Who should attend

  • Warehouse cargo-handling personnel
  • Cargo and mail storage personnel
  • ULD build-up and breakdown staff
  • Aircraft loading and unloading personnel
  • Ramp and ground-operations personnel
  • Ground Handling Agent staff
  • Airline and aircraft-operator personnel
  • Airport-operator personnel
  • Helicopter-operator personnel
  • Designated postal-operator personnel
  • Freight-forwarding personnel
  • Dangerous goods packaging suppliers
  • Quality-control and compliance-monitoring personnel
  • Dangerous Goods Post Holders, where applicable
  • DG instructors delivering training for applicable operational functions

Course objectives

Upon successful completion, participants should be able to:

  • Understand the basic principles of dangerous goods regulations
  • Recognise the nine classes of dangerous goods
  • Identify dangerous goods marks and labels
  • Recognise hidden or undeclared dangerous goods
  • Check packages for damage, leakage or incorrect handling
  • Follow dangerous goods segregation requirements
  • Apply applicable loading restrictions
  • Handle and secure dangerous goods in ULDs
  • Load and unload aircraft cargo compartments safely
  • Apply procedures for damaged or leaking packages
  • Follow emergency-response and incident-reporting procedures
  • Understand the responsibilities of airlines, GHAs and warehouse personnel
  • Support quality-control and compliance-monitoring activities
  • Report dangerous goods accidents and Incident
  • Report dangerous goods occurrences

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Functions most 4.1.E delegates also hold.

Frequently asked

How long is the 4.1.E certificate valid?
Two years. Recurrent training must be completed before the certificate expires to maintain the function without a gap. We record the expiry at the time of certification and flag the renewal window ahead of time.
Can 4.1.E be delivered at our facility?
Yes. This function is regularly delivered on-site across the UAE, on your shift pattern and using your own documentation as the worked examples. The approval, assessment and certificate are identical to the classroom course.
What is the pass mark?
80% for a pass and 90% for a distinction, assessed on Knowledge, Skills and Attitude by the training provider. Where applicable, an employer assessment should be completed within 12 months.
How do I confirm this is the right function for my staff?
Use the Course Finder to map a job role to its GCAA function, or contact us and we will return a written training matrix for your team.

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